The Dirty Monkey Cookie {recipe}

I love to experiment with different variations on the everyday chocolate chip cookie. Every so often I hit on something sinfully delicious and blog-worthy; this was definitely the case with my Dirty Monkey Cookies {these were almost too good to share}. The concept for this cookie came from one of my favorite tropical drinks “The Dirty Monkey”. Years ago, while vacationing in Punta Cana, I discovered an amazing frozen rum drink blended with fresh banana, milk, and a dash of chocolate, the locals called this a “Dirty Monkey”, you can find the skinny version of that drink here. I had this drink on my mind as I conjured up this delicious banana & chocolate cookie =)

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{this may sound like a long list of ingredients, but these are really very simple to make!}

My most recent creation: Guiltless pancakes. Made these this morning for breakfast. Use your favorite pancake mix or make from scratch. One rounded cup mix makes just enough for three approx.6.5in. pancakes. Make as directed then add: 3/4c dried cranberries 3/4 c diced tart apple 1tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1T brown sugar 1T sugar Cook on hot skillet or griddle. You can also add to the above 1/4c granola as well as a small handful of raisins. Will try that tomorrow morning 😉